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Legal Office Assistant Diploma

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Diploma

Legal Diploma

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12 months

Approximate Program Length

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36 credits

Total Credits

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March 11

Next Start Date for Online Students

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May 06

Next Start Date for On-Campus Students

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The Legal Office Assistant diploma program provides students with the practical, hands-on applications and general education required to enter the legal field and serve within the legal system. Graduates of a diploma in legal studies program are prepared to provide support to attorneys in law firms as well as in the legal departments of businesses and corporations.

Courses within the diploma in legal studies program prepare students for legal research and drafting legal documents in both civil and criminal law cases. Students will also be capable of providing support in custody, separation, and divorce proceedings, among other key aspects of the legal field. Additional skills in case management, document and record maintenance, critical thinking, and correspondence are significant parts of the diploma program.

Legal Studies: Online Legal Office Assistant Diploma

The diploma in legal studies program is available for study online with Bryant & Stratton College. The online diploma in legal studies program follows the same outcomes and curriculum as the campus-based program with the added convenience and flexibility of an online diploma. Students can expect the same personal touch and support as provided by our campus faculty and staff.

Credits earned in online classes at Bryant & Stratton College are the same as credits earned in campus-based classes at Bryant & Stratton College.

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Where can you take this program?

Whether you prefer the vibrant atmosphere of on-campus classes, the convenience of online learning, or the flexibility of remote options, our legal studies degree programs are tailored to fit your lifestyle. Use our interactive map to explore the various campus locations where this degree program is offered.

Graduates of this legal studies diploma program may apply the courses and credits earned toward the associate degree in Paralegal Studies at Bryant & Stratton College.


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Program Outcomes

The diploma in legal studies for legal office assistants program will provide students with the ability to:

Describe and discuss the basic responsibilities, legal and procedural theories, and professional standards of a paralegal.
Define, apply and defend principles of legal ethics within a variety of settings.
Utilize appropriate legal terminology and terms correctly in legal writing and documentation.
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Describe and discuss the basic responsibilities, legal and procedural theories, and professional standards of a paralegal.

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Define, apply and defend principles of legal ethics within a variety of settings.

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Utilize appropriate legal terminology and terms correctly in legal writing and documentation.

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Scalable to Your Career Level & Goals

Bryant & Stratton College designs skill-building programs to fit your needs. In addition to online, on-campus, and live remote learning options, our degree offerings are scalable and stackable. Whether seeking to jumpstart your career or advance your education in legal studies we offer diploma, associate, and bachelor’s degrees to help you achieve your academic and career goals on your schedule.

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Overview

Prepare to serve attorneys through focuses in legal research, civil procedures, criminal practice, and office skills.

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Program Format

Online/On-campus

Duration

  • 2-Years Full-Time Study
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Overview

Develop essential skills in legal office assistance, such as analyzing, interpreting and preparing legal documents.

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Program Format

Online/On-campus

Duration

  • 1-Year Full-Time Study
  • 2-Years Part-Time Study
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Key Courses

For a full course listing, please refer to the Bryant & Stratton College catalog. Contract Law will prepare you in the fundamental aspects of contract law, including the formation, interpretation, and breach of contracts. In Legal Research and Writing, you’ll develop legal research techniques, analysis of legal precedents, and the ability to craft legal documents like briefs and memos.

  • ENGL102
     - Research and Writing for the Workplace
  • INFT124
     - Computing Skills
  • MATH101
     - Workplace Mathematics
  • PLEG100
     - Introduction to Legal Studies
  • PLEG110
     - Contract Law
  • PLEG120
     - Civil Litigation
  • PLEG136
     - Legal Research and Writing
  • PLEG155
     - Wills, Trusts and Estates
  • COMM104
     - Learning Communities
  • SOSC115
     - Career Development I: Theory and Practice
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    In addition to your classroom experience, we recognize the importance of real-world application. Through our partnership network, students are provided with opportunities to actively apply their learnings within their chosen field.

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    What can you do with a Legal Office Assistant Diploma?

    Legal office assistants provide administrative and legal research support for attorneys or legal departments. They may work with attorneys, paralegals, and other legal support staff in attorney’s offices, corporate environments, or government agencies. Graduates with a Legal Office Assistant diploma will be prepared for entry-level roles in this growing industry.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    While you may not need a full degree to become a legal office assistant, some education is useful. The Legal Office Assistant Diploma program from Bryant & Stratton College offers the opportunity to build a practical knowledge of the relevant applications and skills needed to offer support to attorneys and legal departments.

    An associate degree in paralegal studies can take a couple of years. If you want to start your career faster with an entry-level assistant role, Bryant & Stratton College also offers the Legal Office Assistant Diploma program. In it, you can gain practical skills for case management, document maintenance, client communications and more.

    While a post-secondary education is not a requirement, it could be the difference between getting the position and not. Bryant & Stratton College’s Legal Office Assistant Diploma program offers the skills and insights in administrative support, communication and case management needed to pursue and excel in the role of legal secretary or assistant.

    Education is the key. The right education, such as the Legal Office Assistant Diploma program from Bryant & Stratton College, can help you prepare for and excel in a legal assistant role. Coursework covers everything from contract law to civil litigation to legal research and writing.

    Yes. A legal studies diploma offers the necessary insights, practical skills and career-defining credential you need to partner with lawyers and other legal professionals to help clients in civil and criminal matters.

    A diploma in legal studies can open up new careers, both inside and outside the traditional legal system. These can include paralegal, policy analyst, contract administrator, and more. The AAS paralegal studies degree online or on-campus at Bryant & Stratton College offers a flexible path to careers like these to build on your diploma in legal studies.

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